{"id":10933,"date":"2025-08-05T21:44:07","date_gmt":"2025-08-06T02:44:07","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.cdem.com\/publications\/suncraft-farm-where-nature-meets-creativity\/"},"modified":"2025-08-05T21:44:12","modified_gmt":"2025-08-06T02:44:12","slug":"suncraft-farm-where-nature-meets-creativity","status":"publish","type":"publications","link":"https:\/\/www.cdem.com\/en\/publications\/suncraft-farm-where-nature-meets-creativity\/","title":{"rendered":"Suncraft Farm: Where Nature Meets Creativity"},"content":{"rendered":"

Every Thursday throughout the summer, the Saint-Boniface Summer Market is infused with the aromas of fresh herbs, handcrafted vinaigrettes, and herbal teas made from locally grown plants. These sensory delights come straight from Suncraft Farm, a charming microfarm in Manitoba founded by herbal enthusiast Benjamin Coudi\u00e8re.<\/p>\n

But Suncraft Farm is more than just a farm, it\u2019s a passion project born during the pandemic from a desire for self-sufficiency and a deeper connection to nature. In 2020, while juggling remote work and daycare closures, Benjamin began experimenting with gardening, harvesting, and cooking alongside his daughter.
\n\u201cI studied horticulture at Red River College,\u201d he says. \u201cAnd I\u2019ve always worked on organic farms. Growing herbs at home just felt natural.\u201d<\/p>\n

What began as a homegrown hobby quickly evolved. Fresh herbs turned into herbal teas, syrups, seasonings, and vinaigrettes. With access to a commercial kitchen, Benjamin was able to scale up and launch a full line of natural, flavorful products.<\/p>\n

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\nBenjamin Coudi\u00e8re, owner of Suncraft Farm<\/em><\/p>\n

From Fresh Herbs to a Full Product Line<\/h3>\n

Browse the Suncraft Farm website and you\u2019ll find a vibrant selection: dried herbs like thyme, sage, and dandelion; herbal tea blends; white wine vinegar infused with herbes de Provence; flavoured oils; blackcurrant syrup; vinaigrettes and everything is handmade.<\/p>\n

Benjamin\u2019s mission? To craft products that are not only delicious but also beneficial for well-being.<\/p>\n

\u201cMany of my teas are made from plants I grow myself,\u201d he explains. \u201cSome are lesser-known culinary or medicinal herbs that I love introducing people to.\u201d
\nCustomer favorites include a detoxifying blend of dandelion root and chicory, and calming infusions with lemon balm and chamomile. Suncraft Farm also offers edible flowers: delicate, colorful, and nutrient-rich additions to salads and desserts.
\nThe farm, located in Saint-Clements near Selkirk, focuses on native plant species. \u201cThey adapt well to our climate, support pollinators, and are more resilient to drought and extreme heat,\u201d Benjamin notes.<\/p>\n

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Immersive Farm Events for All Ages<\/h3>\n

Recently, Suncraft Farm has opened its gates to the public for immersive, creative events. From bouquet-making workshops to flower picking and dried floral art, each activity invites visitors to reconnect with nature and discover the beauty of local plants. Workshops are available in both French and English to welcome everyone.<\/p>\n

Upcoming workshops at the farm include:
\n\u2022 Fresh Flower Bouquets \u2013 August 10, 2025
\n\u2022 Herbs and Infused Vinegar \u2013 August 17, 2025
\n<\/strong>\u2022 Pressed & Dried Flowers \u2013 August 24, 2025
\n\u2022 Tea Herbs \u2013 September 7, 2025
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\n\ud83d\uded2 Where to Find Suncraft Farm Products<\/h3>\n

Can\u2019t make it to the farm? You can still find Benjamin every week at the Saint-Boniface Summer Market<\/strong>, and at other local markets throughout the season\u2014including the Saint-Norbert Market.<\/p>\n

Discover more and book your spot at a workshop: www.suncraftfarm.ca<\/a><\/p>\n","protected":false},"featured_media":10928,"template":"","type-de-publication":[69,75,68,73],"class_list":["post-10933","publications","type-publications","status-publish","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","type-de-publication-business-services","type-de-publication-featured","type-de-publication-news","type-de-publication-tourism"],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.cdem.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/publications\/10933","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.cdem.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/publications"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.cdem.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/publications"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.cdem.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/10928"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.cdem.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=10933"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"type-de-publication","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.cdem.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/type-de-publication?post=10933"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}